In today’s episode of Rooted In Nature, Jacky explores what it means to truly be present in the outdoors—and why it’s something we’re losing in an age of constant documentation.

From a simple but unforgettable sunset in Maine to research on how nature impacts our brains and memories, we dive into why spending time outside isn’t just good for us—it’s essential for our personal growth.

Along the way, we’ll hear reflections from the Humans of Nature archive and dig into studies that show how even small moments in nature can lower stress, improve mood, and create lasting memories.

Tune in to hear why nature doesn’t wait for us, and how learning to slow down, look up, and simply be might be one of the most powerful forms of development we have.

Referenced in this episode:

• Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass
• Florence Williams, The Nature Fix
• Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods
• Research from Stanford University and Frontiers in Psychology

Stay rooted.